For a look into the world of buttons, antique, vintage, or modern, come join enthusiastic button collectors for many hours of entertainment. The shows feature button displays, educational opportunities, button sales, socialization, friendship and a whole lot of buttons!
All events are public events and admission is a minimal cost or even free depending on the venue reserved.
The Zane Trace Button Club invites you to THE 2026 SUMMER BUTTON SALE of the Buckeye State Button Society
Buttons for collectors, crafters, quilters, and jewelry makers. Everyone is welcome!
9:30 am to 2 pm
At The Warther Museum Meeting Room
331 Karl Ave.
Dover, OH 44622
Free admission to the sale
Lunch available for purchase
Thousands of buttons, both for collecting or for crafting, will be displayed and for sale. This event will enhance a visit to the Warther Museum (paid admission) and to the “Button House,” which displays the button collection of Frieda Warther. Buttons arranged in geometric patterns on huge panels line the interior of the button house and showcase the official international hobby that has existed in the United States since 1938. In addition to enjoying the carvings of her husband, Ernest Warther, visitors can marvel at the wonderful variety of buttons that have been made to fasten and adorn our clothing.
At the button sale, visitors can find souvenirs that will be a reminder of the rich history of this small cultural artifact. Collectors can add to their existing collection. Crafters will find inspiration for projects. Those who want to know more about the hobby of button collecting will find information on how to begin.
Plan now to visit the Warther Museum and the Summer Button Sale on July 11, 2026.
For more information on the Buckeye State Button Society, visit www.ohiobuttons.org.
Holiday Inn Express Big Rapids
100 S Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Holiday Inn Express Big Rapids
100 S Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
$120 per night, offering double queen or standard king rooms. Rate includes breakfast.
Phone: 231-796-4400
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Host club(s) including Education, Program, and Activities: Carol Danhauser and
team
Ways and Means: Blue Water Buttoneers & Mayflower
Registration and Raffle: West Michigan Buttoneers
Thursday: September 25 – 8:00 pm Room to room shopping, Guest rooms
Friday: September 26
8:00-9:30 am Tray check-in
9:30 am-5:00 pm Judging/Clerking
Noon Judges/Clerks luncheon
5:00-7:00 pm Dinner on your own
7:00-8:00 Board MeeRng (room tbd)
8:00 pm (or when Board MeeRng ends) Room to room shopping, Guest rooms
Saturday, September 27
8:00-9:30 am Dealer set up
9:30 am Showroom opens
Noon Box Lunch, to be determined
5:00 pm Showroom closes
Dinner on your own
6:30 pm Tea Party Dessert Social including favor button, $20/person
7:00 pm General membership meeting
7:30 pm Program
Sunday, September 28
8:00-9:00 am Dealer set up
9:00 am Showroom opens
Lunch on your own
Noon Silent auction ends
12:30 pm Raffle drawing
12:45 pm Pick-up trays
1:00 pm Showroom closes
A Spring Show
Button shopper stopping to look at engraved pearl buttons made by Diane S.
Competition Display
Competition trays of buttons exhibited at a fall show.
Show Overview
Room view of a button show.